How about that... I didn't realize. Thanks Serge! And looking at that link, I think the answer to the OP's question is for him to simply get the free trial and decide for himself (if it is available for his area):

Question: What is the difference between the Safety Camera purchase options?

Answer:Safety Camera information is available in formats including a One Year subscription, a One-time download, and a Free trial. Your format selection will depend on how frequently you plan to download updates as well as the length of time you would like to have the service.

One-year subscription – A One-year subscription will provide unlimited safety camera downloads for the region selected over the course of one year. Pay only one time and return as often as you choose to download updates to your compatible device. This option will keep you up to date as safety cameras are relocated or added in your area.

One-time download – A One-time update will allow a single snapshot purchase of the Cyclops safety camera database for the region selected. This inexpensive purchase option will give you up to date information at your time of purchase, and as information becomes outdated, another One-time update or One-year subscription can be purchased.

Free trial – Not sure if you are interested in a safety camera subscription? A 30-day free trial allows you to test out the service free of charge. Updates can be downloaded to your device throughout the free trial period. One free trial is offered per device and at the end of the trial, a new One-time update or One-year subscription can be purchased. The free trial is not available for all safety camera regions.Last modified on: 05/20/2010

I'll comment on the the differences between Garmin's offering and POI Factory's offering. I tested (free 30-day trial) Garmin's offering on my nuvi 765 and here's what I found (off the top of my head)...

Garmin's pros:1. Nice speed cam icon embedded in the grey alert banner (I could not test older units that use the green alert banner at the top of the map screen)2. Very easy to install with no configuration needed3. Supposedly updated on a weekly basis (I only got one update in 30 days)

Garmin's cons:1. Paid subscription lasts only one year2. RLC (redlight cam) file is locked to only one GPS unit3. Alert icon and sound are fixed and cannot be changed by the user4. Alert distance is fixed at .1 mile (too close for me personally) and cannot be changed5. Cannot search for speed/RLCs on the unit using Where To?>Extras>Custom POIs6. Cannot test the RLCs using 5 above in GPS simulation mode7. RLC intersection is not named (ex. Main St & Flower Rd)

POI Factory's pros: (these will apply to pretty much any user uploadable POIs, not just POI Factory's since it's done through Garmin's POI Loader)

1. Customizable icons, sounds, alert distances2. Updated weekly with an online changelog (locations added/removed by State)3. On-unit searchable (Where To?) and testable in GPS simulation mode4. Free as long as you're an active forum contributor.5. Not locked to only one device...use on as many GPS units as you own.6. New format shows RLC intersection name (ex. Main St & Flower Rd)

POI Factory's cons:1. Must be an active forum member to access files (not really a disadvantage after all).2. Uploading and setting up alerts/icons/sounds can be confusing to the beginner.

My 1695 and Cyclops uses the "bong" alert (not, not the call for Deadheads) and a very readable on-screen icon for traffic camera alerts. The database might be slower to update new locations than POIFactories product (Ive used both) but I do like the way the Cyclops/Garmin alerts are integrated.

I used the POI factory system for a couple of years. Whilst it worked ok I found that the main problem was that it did not work directionally. By this I mean if there was a camera in the opposite direction only I was still getting a warning. I use the cyclops system now as it seems accurate. I also prefer the fact that it is a direct download whereas the POI needs a small amount of work done first - as SergZak mentioned.

I used the POI factory system for a couple of years. Whilst it worked ok I found that the main problem was that it did not work directionally. By this I mean if there was a camera in the opposite direction only I was still getting a warning. I use the cyclops system now as it seems accurate. I also prefer the fact that it is a direct download whereas the POI needs a small amount of work done first - as SergZak mentioned.

cyclops working on my old nuvi360, and i am sure your 3597 working with cyclops, just trye demo 30 days cyclops, just for fun, et make test with your gps in demo mode, if you know where is one radar camera location for one testP.S, 3597 is in my prefered list for new gps

It doesn't have anything to do with putting the gpi file on your unsupported device, it's the fact that you can't get the trial version for a device that isn't on the compatiblity list. Here is what you get when you attempt to download the file for a unsupported 3597:

Also I was able to download the .gpi file using another one of my Nuvi's. Placing that file on the unsupported 3597 results in the contents of the .gpi file not even showing up under Custom POIs on the Nuvi.

The Cyclops files may well work on your 360 but you can't download or use them on a device that isn't on the compatibility list.

On the other hand, I have never had a problem with the speed and red light camera files from poi-factory.com and they are free, have no device compatibility issues, are updated monthly and are free if you maintain your account over there.

It doesn't have anything to do with putting the gpi file on your unsupported device, it's the fact that you can't get the trial version for a device that isn't on the compatiblity list. Here is what you get when you attempt to download the file for a unsupported 3597:

Also I was able to download the .gpi file using another one of my Nuvi's. Placing that file on the unsupported 3597 results in the contents of the .gpi file not even showing up under Custom POIs on the Nuvi.

The Cyclops files may well work on your 360 but you can't download or use them on a device that isn't on the compatibility list.

On the other hand, I have never had a problem with the speed and red light camera files from poi-factory.com and they are free, have no device compatibility issues, are updated monthly and are free if you maintain your account over there.

Also I was able to download the .gpi file using another one of my Nuvi's. Placing that file on the unsupported 3597 results in the contents of the .gpi file not even showing up under Custom POIs on the Nuvi.

A few years ago, JM (the POI Factory owner/moderator) looked into directional alerts for their camera files. I think this is possible if you purchase and use some of Garmin's developer tools. He decided against it. I don't know if the reason was technical, financial , or Garmin's licensing/developer requirements,,but in any case, it never happened.

Also I was able to download the .gpi file using another one of my Nuvi's. Placing that file on the unsupported 3597 results in the contents of the .gpi file not even showing up under Custom POIs on the Nuvi.

Curious, on other forum , one said:Look earlier in the thread for the link to download the free trial of Garmin's Safety Camera files. That is what you'd get if it came pre-installed on a newly-purchased nuvi. The trial version will work as long as it's on the nuvi but it won't be updatable unless you pay to subscribe.

Note that many folks here that use The Factory's redlight and speed camera files are likely very happy that the Garmin trial is not preinstalled on devices they buy since they'd quite often have to search the nuvi to delete the Garmin trial.

if one trial version is pre-installed on nüvi® 3597LMTHD , is working! you know ??? so i dont have one new 3597,

The Cyclops Safety Cameras were never preinstalled on the Nuvi 3597 because, once again, they are not compatible with that model Nuvi. The speed and red light cameras that are available from POI-Factory work fine on all Nuvi models.

The Cyclops Safety Cameras were never preinstalled on the Nuvi 3597 because, once again, they are not compatible with that model Nuvi. The speed and red light cameras that are available from POI-Factory work fine on all Nuvi models.

thanks lol, you are quick!, so, I am désapointé that nouveauz nuvi not supposte cyclops?